Since 1974, as first batch locally-trained Naval Officer, Mr Yum has been doing National Security. His naval career required him to leverage emerging technologies to transform RSN/SAF fighting capabilities especially Electronic Warfare and Network-Centric Warfare. He was Operations Manager of several classified cyber R&D projects. Thus, this experience allowed him to set up the Government Cybersecurity Consultancy in CSA in 2015. With funding from CSA Cybercall in 2019, he invented the Asset-Based Cyber Defence (ABCD) as a Singaporean Managed Security Service for SMEs against APTs, ransomware/0-day malware and insider threats as a cost-effective simplified cybersecurity that is accessible to the masses.

I believe in growing a vibrant cybersecurity community that empowers people. I founded Div0 and SINCON to connect global expertise with local talent, and co-founded the Global Cybersecurity Camp to nurture future global leaders. My work with Red Alpha develops and places talent into critical roles, directly addressing Singapore’s cyber talent gap. These efforts not only strengthen Singapore’s cyber capabilities and capacity, but also position us as a leader internationally.

I'm receiving this award on behalf of everyone who took a chance on me — my bosses who gave me opportunities, my community who grew alongside me, and every aspiring professional who wonders if community work "counts." I'm currently heading purple teaming efforts across Singapore and the JPAC region, helping organisations transform their security operations through continuous validation and collaborative defence strategies., I've dedicated my career to proving that technical excellence and community building aren't mutually exclusive. Through co-founding Div0-N0H4TS (2000+ members), creating STANDCON (517 attendees in 2025), and leading AiSP SVRP, I'm demonstrating that our industry should celebrate those who create pathways for the next generation, not just individual technical achievements alone.

I am grateful for the opportunity to contribute to the cybersecurity profession. In my role, I focus on building secure architectures and strengthening resilience in critical systems. Beyond work, I share what I can, mentoring younger professionals, supporting certification journeys, and giving back through teaching and community initiatives. I do not see this award as recognition of me alone, but of the collective efforts of those I’ve learned from and worked alongside. If anything, this honour reminds me to keep serving with professionalism, humility, and a commitment to our shared cybersecurity community. 

Cybersecurity is more than defending code, it’s about building resilience and trust. As a cybersecurity student, I'm committed to growing my expertise while contributing to real-world resilience. By combining technical skills with a willingness to lead and learn, I know that true resilience is built not only through knowledge but also through dedication and mindset. I take pride in approaching challenges with persistence and curiosity, turning complexity into opportunities for growth and impact. ​My goal is to embed automated security into the software development lifecycle, transforming complex defence protocols into an automatic function that frees developers to innovate.

I’ve always been driven by curiosity and a desire to create. From founding my startup Virage to tackle community challenges to sharing cybersecurity knowledge with my peers, I believe I have made a lasting impact towards the promotion of better cyber hygiene and awareness in Singapore. We’re never too young to make an impact. Sometimes it may be daunting but I live by one of my favourite quotes: "Be Scared and Do It Anyway".

Ensign InfoSecurity is Asia’s largest pure-play end-to-end cybersecurity services provider, recognised for deep capabilities in threat intelligence, advanced operations, and R&D. Twice awarded in this category in 2022 and 2023, Ensign continues to strengthen its role in the cyber ecosystem. As the landscape evolves, Ensign adapts with agility. Ensign has strengthened its security operations with AI-enabled capabilities for autonomous defence and applied its proprietary real-time deepfake technology designed to detect manipulated media. With people and community at the core, Ensign remains committed to safeguarding organisations and nations while pushing cybersecurity’s frontiers.

Athena Dynamics deserves the AiSP Cybersecurity Award 2025 for its outstanding contributions to advancing Singapore’s cyber resilience. As a trusted homegrown company, Athena Dynamics has consistently pioneered disruptive technologies that safeguard critical information infrastructures, from radically unconventional cyber defense to secure digital transformation. Beyond technology, the company actively uplifts the ecosystem through industry knowledge-sharing, thought leadership, and strong community engagement with SMEs, government agencies, and educational institutions. Its dedication to nurturing local talent, fostering public-private collaboration, and driving cybersecurity innovation exemplifies the spirit of national resilience. Athena Dynamics stands as a proven, impactful leader in cybersecurity excellence.

DBS is proud to receive this award for its commitment to uplifting digital and cybersecurity literacy for customers and community. The bank’s flagship #CyberWellness programme for organisations, launched 2019, has benefitted 19,500 participants – from charities, Education Faculties, and SMEs – across its key markets in Singapore, Hong Kong and Indonesia. In 2024, bank employees engaged over 90,000 people through interactive workshops in schools and heartland communities in Singapore, imparting practical, hands-on digital, financial and cybersecurity knowledge. This year, DBS Foundation partnered with IMDA and CSA to roll out a first-of-its-kind Generative AI guide, educating seniors, youth and special needs individuals on the uses and risks of the technology. DBS Foundation will also conduct 1,000 digital and Gen AI literacy workshops over three years, empowering participants to securely embrace technology.